Winnipeg Jets Morning Papers

Note: The Jets did battle last night against the Predators and thanks in large part to the effort of Connor Hellebuyck, who made 22 saves in the 2nd period alone, his club picked up their 48th win of the season (for just the second time in franchise history) defeating Nashville 4-3 in OT. Winnipeg has practice scheduled for today but head coach Rick Bowness had indicated on Monday it would probably be an off day in Texas as his club rests up for a big Thursday night game against the Stars. If they do end up skating check back for the Practice Report.

Note II: The Moose return to the ice today after two days off. And they’ll have a new face joining them as Jets prospect Colby Barlow will skate with Manitoba for the first time after being assigned by his NHL club on Sunday. Be sure to check back for the Practice Report.

Jets news:

Winnipeg Sun: Jets survive Predators onslaught, find overtime winner in Music City. Only thing missing from headline is they should have included “thanks to Connor Hellebuyck” after the word onslaught. Scott has more on what he saw from the game. 

Winnipeg Free Press: Jets steal win in Music City. (Paywall). Wieber was in attendance at Bridgestone Arena and gives you his insight into last night’s contest.

Winnipeg Free Press: Chameleon Iafallo gets the job done. (Paywall). Ken has this piece earlier on Tuesday about the ways in which number 9 has adapted throughout the lineup.

Global News: Hellebuyck, Jets steal 4-3 OT victory over Nashville for fourth straight win. Russ and Ross combined for this game recap.

The Tennessean: Predators have clinched playoff spot after dramatic third period comeback. Check out the recap from a writer that covers the Jets opponent. 

Sportsnet: What to make of Winnipeg ahead of the playoffs. Really good insight on the local NHL club. Be sure to give this article a read.

Jets video:

TSN: Is Hellebuyck a lock for the Vezina? The Jets continue to roll picking up their fourth straight win, while Connor Hellebuyck picks up his 35th victory of the season. It’s the third time in his career he’s reached that mark, so is Winnipeg’s netminder a lock to win his second Vezina Trophy? TSN’s Director of Scouting Craig Button shares his thoughts. (Starts at the 2:05 mark).

TSN: How important were Hellebuyck and Scheifele in Winnipeg’s win? Connor Hellebuyck picks up his 35th victory of the season, so does that make him a lock to win his second Vezina Trophy? TSN’s Director of Scouting Craig Button shares his thoughts on that, and discusses the strong showing Mark Scheifele brought to get Winnipeg back into the game.

Jets audio:

The Jeff Marek Show: Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff talking about his hockey club. Jeff Marek and Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff kick things off reflecting on his long-term interest in Gabe Vilardi, Cole Perfetti’s development and his team’s trade deadline acquisitions.